Knowledge and Awareness Regarding Diabetes and Self-Management among Patients Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus - A Preliminary Surveillance Study from a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract:Background:
Diabetes mellitus has reached an epidemic level and threatens the economy and healthcare infrastructure globally. Raising knowledge and awareness among the general population is inevitable to implement successful management strategies and to develop good attitudes and practices among patients with diabetes.
Methods:
The study was conducted in a tertiary care hospital in Urban Bengaluru for 1 month and recruited patients who had diabetes. Med… Show more
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